Hi, 5 year old gaming rig just died (using a HD4870 back then) so planning to invest in a new rig


[Budget] Rm2500 max

[Purpose] some rendering work, lightroom and gaming (not heavy: just need to be able to handle Dota 2 at max settings and Planetside 2 and medium to high at 60fps, no need ultra)




[Personal preferences] Something that is somewhat "future-proof"? I know that with my budget and I.T., nothing is future proof, but since this is the first time I'll be building my own rig (instead of relying on Dell, Acer etc.), I'd prefer something that will let me recycle old parts as it ages (like being able to swap graphic cards in the future)

[Location] PJ

Thanks!

Hi!

Thanks for replying. Anyway, may I ask why you chose the processor that you chose instead of graphic card?

Haha thanks! I actually don't need to edit too many videos, just need to do interviews etc., nothing flashy.


Thank you so much!


I actually found out that the GTX650 boost is actually good enough for me.

Is the i5 and the GTx 650 OC compatible with the previous rig suggestion you gave me?

Trying to cut cost down to 2k now and I found out that I have 3 RAM sticks that I can salvage from my old com. So I can probably buy 1 4GB stick and use my all RAM right?

Also, can I cut cost by getting cheaper casing? (I have no idea how to choose case for the MOBO)

Thanks a bunch wei

This post has been edited by Decky: Dec 4 2013, 09:30 PM